JOINT RELEASE: Colorado Springs Democrats Statement on Trump’s Decision to Relocate Space Command from Colorado to Alabama

COLORADO SPRINGS, CO – Today, Colorado Springs Democrats Senators Marc Snyder and Tony Exum, Sr. and Representatives Amy Paschal and Regina English released a statement following President Trump’s decision to relocate Space Command from Colorado Springs to Alabama:

“We are deeply disappointed by President Trump’s decision to move Space Command out of Colorado and to Alabama. Colorado Springs is not only the nation’s premier hub for aerospace and defense, but also the home of the U.S. Air Force Academy, making it the clear and logical choice for Space Command’s permanent headquarters. Space Command drives Southern Colorado’s economy, supporting thousands of good-paying jobs and innovation in aerospace, research, and technology. Relocating it will harm Colorado’s economy, disrupt our nation’s defense readiness, and undermine an industry where Colorado is a recognized national leader.”